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Art Gallery Director bids Auckland farewell
Rhana Devenport is stepping down after five years in the top role at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
How much will Aucklanders pay to live close to a heritage area?
Recent research has revealed Aucklanders are prepared to pay more for a house close to a scheduled heritage place.
Get the inside scoop with an Auckland archaeologist
Go behind the scenes with a true archaeologist.
Six Auckland literary sites to explore
Some of New Zealand’s greatest writers have lived in the Auckland region, including literary luminaries like Janet Frame, Hone Tuwhare, Frank Sargeson and Riemke Esling.
Historic yacht club steered for heritage protection
Nestled into the shoreline below Marine Parade Reserve in Herne Bay sits an important part of Auckland’s yachting heritage.
UNESCO recognition for two heritage collections at Auckland Libraries
Auckland Libraries’ John A. Lee Collection and J. T. Diamond Collection were inscribed onto the UNESCO Memory of the World New Zealand documentary heritage register.
QuizAKL! What's your 1900s Auckland personality?
If you'd lived in Auckland during the 1900s, what job would you have done? Take our quiz and find out!
QuizAKL! How well do you know Auckland's transport heritage?
Test your knowledge of Auckland's transport heritage!
Meet the Auckland Council Heritage Team
The Auckland Council Heritage team play an important role protecting and conserving Auckland's historic heritage for present and future generations. With the Auckland Heritage Festival kicking in the weekend, we catch up with one of our heritage g...
How cycling helped Kiwi women win the vote
Councillor Cathy Casey looks at the way the humble bicycle empowered women in New Zealand.
What does your street's name mean?
Auckland Libraries’ database of Auckland City Street Names gathers verified information (where available) on the origins of names, dates of formation and name changes for streets in the former Auckland City Council area.
Discover your family history at Auckland Libraries
We speak to Marie Hickey from Auckland Libraries for her tips and tricks to start your search for your ancestors.
Flashback: Building the Auckland Harbour Bridge
Before the Auckland Harbour Bridge was built, the North Shore was a mostly rural area of about 50,000 people, with few jobs and a growth rate half that of Auckland south of the Waitematā Harbour.
Have you visited MOTAT?
The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) is New Zealand’s largest transport and technology museum.
Incorporating Māori design in development projects
Auckland Council’s Auckland Design Manual (ADM) has launched new Māori design case studies and a video showcasing the design process.
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